Bishop gets Western Caucus chair Nov 22, 2008
Published: Saturday, November 22, 2008 1:10 AM CST Congressman Rob Bishop has another line to add to his resume. This week in Washington, D.C., the Republican from Utah was elected the new chairman of the Congressional Western Caucus comprised of roughly 50 members of Congress from throughout the Western United States. (Logan Herald Journal, UT)
Bishop a poor representative Oct 31, 2008
Rob Bishop does not represent our feelings on this issue ... Check out Rob Bishop s record and also see who is financing his campaign ... Rob Bishop does not represent Utah well. (Logan Herald Journal, UT)
Bishop, Bowen vying for Congress Oct 28, 2008
Rob Bishop has trounced his Democratic opponents by winning more than 60 percent of the vote in each race. This year, Morgan Bowen of Hyde Park hopes to actually make the 1st Congressional District contest competitive. (Logan Herald Journal, UT)
Swift Boat Watch: Health Care for America NOW! Oct 21, 2008
" Update, 7:20 p.m.: Reader Bob Deaton tallied up the vote according to the status of the race, and noticed that representatives not running for re-election--most of whom are Republicans--were significantly more likely to support the measure. Of the 35 members about to leave Congress, 25 supported the bill. Among retiring Republicans, 75 percent voted for the measure. "There's something about giving up their seats that imbues our representatives with either integrity or reckless abandon,... (Slate)
1st District candidates opposed to bailout Oct 4, 2008
Rob Bishop, R-Utah, voted against the measure Friday, noting the process was too rushed and the bill didn t do enough to protect taxpayers. Democratic challenger Morgan Bowen also blasted the bailout, contending it rewarded greedy corporate executives at the expense of average Americans. (Logan Herald Journal, UT)
Trio squares off Sep 20, 2008
Rob Bishop, left, Morgan Bowen, and Joe Buchman participate in a debate for candidates running for the 1st Congressional District of Utah Friday September 19, 2008 in Logan ... Incumbent Rob Bishop, a Republican, said his goal in running again is to lose power in Washington with more influence given to the states. (Logan Herald Journal, UT)
Logan’s call for peace laudable Sep 20, 2008
blutonium wrote on Sep 18, 2008 9:04 AM:" desertique - nice letter, um I mean brenda. Did anyone invite Rob bishop to Marshall's movie screening? " ... blutonium wrote on Sep 18, 2008 2:06 PM:" Im serious, someone invite rob bishop and morgan bowen and see which one shows up. ". (Logan Herald Journal, UT)
Rudeness not a first for Bishop Sep 9, 2008
I was not surprised when I learned that Rob Bishop interrupted Iraq War veteran Marshall Thompson s question at the town meeting the other day ... Everyone, except for Rob Bishop, welcomed him to their office ... Marshall Thompson felt like he was able to communicate and make some progress with all the delegates, except of course, Rob Bishop. (Logan Herald Journal, UT)
Congressman rude to veteran Aug 22, 2008
Yesterday I had the opportunity to attend a Town Hall meeting hosted by Congressman Rob Bishop in Logan ... jgn69 wrote on Aug 21, 2008 10:54 AM:" Bishop is all about bringing European nuclear waste to Utah and against the wishes of the people (except the people who own controlling shares in Energy Solutions.) He was a vocal supporter of school vouchers (again, he took the Special Interest road, but this time it was a dead endthanks to democracy!) He is a rubber stamp political hack for... (Logan Herald Journal, UT)
Politics as Usual - Pursuing Energy Reform Aug 12, 2008
Thankfully people like Rob Bishop of Utah have acknowledged that there is a war on the poor. As a result, he has offered legislation that he hopes will help solve the problems. (Townhall.com)
Convict's Final Wish ' Vote for Barack Obama' Jul 29, 2008
Rob Bishop, Utah Republican, during recent House debate on a bill authored by Democratic Rep. Barney Frank to include the Taunton River in southeastern Massachusetts in the national Wild and Scenic Rivers program. (Human Events Online)
Earmark to fund museum exhibits Jul 27, 2008
Rob Bishop, R-UTah, and other donations now account for nearly 200,000 of that. The center is still seeking private donations to make up for the difference. (Pocatello Idaho State Journal, ID)
House candidate campaigning for change Jul 22, 2008
In this case, the giant is incumbent Congressman Rob Bishop, who has been reelected to the seat in 2004 and 2006 ... Rob Bishop can t turn on his friends that paid him in this last cycle 28,000 in campaign contributions. (Logan Herald Journal, UT)
‘Not a spectator sport’ Apr 13, 2008
Similar words were spoken by Morgan Bowen, a Hyde Park resident who will challenge Rob Bishop for a spot in the U.S. House of Representatives. Calling Bishop Radioactive Rob for his apparent support of bringing radioactive waste to Utah, Bowen criticized comments his opponent made the previous night at the Cache GOP Convention. (Logan Herald Journal, UT)
Issues that matter Apr 12, 2008
Rob Bishop, R-UT, took the opportunity to criticize the Democratic leadership in the U.S. House of Representatives, noting a lot of time has been taken up naming post offices this year. I m gonna ask you, to those of you who think we should be doing more, not to ask me to do more because with the leadership we have in Congress right now. (Logan Herald Journal, UT)
Constitution misinterpreted Apr 3, 2008
This letter is in response to Morgan Bowen s highly presumptive tirade against Congressman Rob Bishop ... jgn69 wrote on Apr 2, 2008 1:04 PM:" I wonder if a toxic waste dump was being built in a vacant lot in Providence that this writer would change his "free market capitalism--property rights--business is God" views. Imagine if Enron was going to open a nuclear waste storage facilty next door to this person.... he'd scream bloody murder over his "Ron Paul for President" yard sign. He would... (Logan Herald Journal, UT)
Bishop N-waste support bought Apr 1, 2008
Our current Congressman, Rob Bishop, does not seem to understand the role of the federal government in protecting its citizens. According to Mr. Bishop, this is a states issue. (Logan Herald Journal, UT)
Another Primary for Rep. Cannon Tops Utah's Filing Roster Mar 18, 2008
Republican Rob Bishop in the 1st District and Democrat Jim Matheson of the 2nd are strongly favored for re-election, and Republican Chris Cannon of the GOP-friendly 3rd District will be, too -- that is, if he again outlasts his third serious challenge for the Republican nomination in as many elections. ADVERTISEMENT. (Yahoo News -- Politics)
Hyde Park resident to run for U.S. Congress Mar 15, 2008
Geezer wrote on Mar 14, 2008 9:14 AM:" Rob Bishop has embarrassed Utah too many times. Morgan Bowen would be a real improvement. ". REGISTRATION IS FREE. Comments are from online Herald Journal readers. (Logan Herald Journal, UT)
Easterners, Westerners argue over wilderness bill Oct 19, 2007
Rob Bishop, the top Republican on the subcommittee, called the bill "absurd" and "stunning," comparing the legislation to a Soviet-style land grab. "The issue is the division between East and West. It's a division between urban and rural," he said. (Helena Independent Record, MT)
CHIP veto riles advocates Oct 4, 2007
Chris Cannon and Rob Bishop, both R-Utah, all of whom voted against the CHIP reauthorization. Urging their reconsideration got under way Wednesday afternoon when about 20 people protested in front of Cannon's Provo office. (Deseret News)
Town hall meeting heats up Sep 1, 2007
Rob Bishop, R-UT, kept his cool, answering one question after another with poise Friday night. The three-term congressman made an appearance at the Historic Courthouse in Logan and discussed a range of issues with roughly 80 county residents in the hour-long session. (Logan Herald Journal, UT)
Bennett, Hatch still back Iraq strategy Jul 10, 2007
Rob Bishop, R-Utah, said Congress is just repeating history instead of learning from it. "The decision to use force was approved overwhelmingly by Congress, before I got here, so now our job is to support the troops and do what we can to achieve victory," Bishop said. (Deseret News)
House amends oil-shale bill Jun 28, 2007
Rob Bishop objected to Udall's amendment from another angle: money. "My kids in Utah will be put at a disadvantaged because of this particular amendment," Bishop said on the floor next to a U.S. map showing education spending percentages. (Deseret News)
Justices ease limits on campaign ads Jun 26, 2007
Rob Bishop, R-Utah, described the ruling as "certainly a step in the right direction when it comes to partially correcting the damage that's already been done." Parker said McCain-Feingold "was a convoluted and misguided infringement on individual liberties and free speech. So it's nice to see the court recognize political speech for what it is a guaranteed constitutional right.". Contributing: Suzanne Struglinski. (Deseret News)
Utah tallies in-lieu tax funds Jun 16, 2007
Rob Bishop, R-Utah, said "the current levels just aren't enough." "With so much land locked up and under federal control, PILT payments are critical for our counties to be able to financially survive and to provide important services," Bishop said. "We fight for increased funding each year, and we're at it again this year ... but even more than the money, what Western counties really need and deserve is their lands back. Until they get more back of what is rightfully theirs, PILT is just a small... (Deseret News)
Cleanup of Moab tailings inserted in bill May 18, 2007
Rob Bishop, R-Utah, who sits on the House Armed Services Committee, which wrote the defense authorization bill. Although Bishop was happy with what Utah would receive in the bill, he was disappointed that more money overall had not been directed to missile defense and that the bill itself was about $2 billion short of what it should have included for the military. (Deseret News)
Hatch, Matheson war chests brimming May 8, 2007
Rob Bishop, R-Utah, has $85,814 in cash; Rep. Chris Cannon, R-Utah, $82,609; and Sen. (Deseret News)
House OKs a 4th seat for Utah Apr 20, 2007
Rob Bishop, R-Utah, did not join in on the celebration. In the 241-177 vote Bishop was the only member who voted "present," meaning he did not vote for or against the bill. (Deseret News)
Battle Grows Over Renewing Landmark Education Law Apr 8, 2007
Representative Rob Bishop, who represents Utah;s rural western half, said he shared her view. Representative John B. Larson, Democrat of Connecticut, voted for the law in 2001. (Foster's Daily Democrat)
Bishop conducts tele-town hall meetings Apr 1, 2007
Rob Bishop, R-UT, has traveled across his vast District 1 conducting town hall-style meetings with constituents. The three-term Congressman has no plans to end the practice, but he s also embracing a new and rapidly emerging technology to keep in touch with Utahns: the tele-town hall. (Logan Herald Journal, UT)
House OKs striking law on U.S. attorneys Mar 27, 2007
Tuesday, March 27, 2007. Change is at the heart of controversy on firings. (Deseret News)
An out for 'No Child' law? Mar 22, 2007
Chris Cannon and Rob Bishop, both R-Utah, are strong supporters of the bill, saying it makes schools more accountable on the local level instead of to Washington. But the National Education Association says the bill introduced last week by Rep. (Deseret News)
Teen art — Springville's high school competition gets better each year Mar 11, 2007
Rob Bishop's choice for first place. E-mail. (Deseret News)
House resolution pans Bush Iraq policy Feb 17, 2007
Rob Bishop, R-Utah, who voted against the resolution and also spoke on the floor earlier this week, said the resolution was "deeply shallow" and purely political. Because it was non-binding, it would have no impact. (Deseret News)
Utah national parks may benefit under expanded budget request Feb 6, 2007
Tuesday, February 6, 2007. By Deseret Morning News WASHINGTON Utah's national parks may get an additional $4. (Deseret News)
Busy interns immersed in business of Capitol Jan 29, 2007
He pointed out that Congressman Rob Bishop, R-Utah, is an alumni of the program. McKee hasn't settled on a political career path but he does have a new outlook on politicians and the legislative process. (Deseret News)
Utah congressmen hopeful about State of the Union goals Jan 24, 2007
Rob Bishop, R-Utah, said the troop surge is not just about putting more people on the ground, but changing the way things are being done there. "We'll take a greater lead," Bishop said. (Deseret News)
House OKs plan to cut rates on student loans (Amy Fagan) Jan 18, 2007
Rob Bishop, Utah Republican. "[The interest rate] is only cut in half for a six-month period," said Rep. (Washington Times, DC)
North Logan’s Jack Draxler begins life as a legislatorBy Adam Benson Jan 16, 2007
Todays Local News for Logan Utah and Cache County. Tuesday, January 16, 2007 Serving Logan Utah and Cache County. (Logan Herald Journal, UT)
Stem Cell Research: Funding measure passes House Jan 12, 2007
Rob Bishop, R-Utah, during debate on the bill. Rep. (Salt Lake Tribune)
Hotel showdown: U.S. military could use supremacy to build hotel in Park City's open space Jan 7, 2007
Rob Bishop, R-Utah (who was asked by Park City to help monitor and mediate negotiations), said some creativity may be required, likely on the part of Summit County, to resolve matters. He notes that Summit received The Canyons property essentially for free from developers. (Deseret News)
